5 Minutes in Church History
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This podcast from Ligonier is exactly what you would expect from the title. They talk church history for about five minutes. For pastors who like to use historical stories in their sermons, you'll find a wealth of knowledge here.
5 Minutes in Church History
16h ago
During his time at Westminster Theological Seminary, John Murray skillfully trained many pastors and theologians in the truth of God. In this episode, Stephen Nichols tells us highlights from the life of this gifted theologian.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/john-murray/
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5 Minutes in Church History
1w ago
The evangelist Billy Graham remains one of the most well-known figures of the 20th century. In this episode, Stephen Nichols walks us through his life, from humble beginnings on a dairy farm to preaching to millions of people.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/billy-graham/
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5 Minutes in Church History
3w ago
The fifth article of the 1559 French Confession of Faith contains rich descriptions of the doctrine of Scripture. Today, Stephen Nichols draws out five points from this article that help us understand this key doctrine.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/the-french-and-a-doctrine-of-scripture/
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5 Minutes in Church History
1M ago
In his 95 Theses, Martin Luther addressed many unbiblical practices that the Roman Catholic Church endorsed. Today, Stephen Nichols recounts a sermon that Luther preached based upon this famous historical document.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/the-95-theses-in-a-sermon/
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5 Minutes in Church History
1M ago
When John Calvin set out to produce a French psalter, he knew he couldn't do it alone. Today, Stephen Nichols tells us about the many people who contributed to creating French editions of the Psalms for singing.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/calvin-and-the-psalter/
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5 Minutes in Church History
1M ago
What were the hallmarks of the Enlightenment? What impact did it have on the church? Today, Stephen Nichols provides an overview of this philosophical movement and introduces us to five major Enlightenment thinkers.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/5-enlightenment-figures/
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5 Minutes in Church History
1M ago
Even in the face of many dangers, Robert Moffat was dedicated to obeying the Lord's call on his life. Today, Stephen Nichols recounts the life and adventures of this Scottish missionary and Bible translator.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/robert-moffat/
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5 Minutes in Church History
2M ago
Martin Luther wanted to ensure that no one would misuse his Reformation writings as an excuse for creating divisions in the church. Today, Stephen Nichols examines a confession of faith that Luther wrote to defend essential Christian truths.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/luthers-confession-of-faith/
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5 Minutes in Church History
2M ago
Many people in the medieval church believed their works could earn God's favor. Today, Stephen Nichols looks at a sermon that Martin Luther preached against this false idea, expounding the true riches of God's grace in salvation.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/luther-on-medieval-piety/
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5 Minutes in Church History
2M ago
Only weeks before the Nazi party gained power over Germany in the 20th century, Dietrich Bonhoeffer preached a sermon titled "Overcoming Fear." Today, Stephen Nichols takes us back to this poignant moment in church history.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/bonhoeffer-on-fear/
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